Hospice Float Registered Nurse (RN), Full Time

Tri-Cities Chaplaincy • Richland, WA

18d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Hospice Float Registered Nurse (Float RN) provides comprehensive nursing care across multiple roles within the agency, ensuring continuity and quality of care for hospice patients. This position is flexible and will support various functions, including but not limited to Hospice Direct Patient Care, Intake, Triage, Admission, and Case Management.

Requirements

• Current and unrestricted Registered Nurse license in Washington State.
• Flexibility to work varying shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Certification in Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)/Basic Life Safety (BLS).
• Strong assessment, critical thinking, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to support patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams.
• Proficiency in electronic medical record (EMR) systems.
• Must have reliable transportation and the ability to independently drive within Tri-Cities Chaplaincy’s service areas to provide in-home patient and family services and support in clients' homes, facilities, and community locations.
• This position is designated as Safety Sensitive. Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen which includes cannabis testing in Washington State.
• Washington State Food Worker Card issued by the Department of Health.
• Demonstrate support and adherence to the agency’s Mission, Vision, and Values.
• Participate in education and outreach activities to promote agency programs, including hospice care, advanced planning, and bereavement services.
• Maintain knowledge of and comply with agency policies, procedures, and practices.
• Protect patient and agency information per HIPAA guidelines. Only access information on a need-to-know basis.
• Maintain reliable personal transportation. Maintain a valid driver’s license and vehicle insurance per state requirements.
• Satisfy state and agency health requirements by providing proof of immunization, declinations, or approved accommodations as applicable.
• Pass criminal background and drug screenings.
• Meet the physical and environmental requirements of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Complete agency and departmental orientation and required training programs.
• Complete ongoing education, policy reviews, and training be designated deadlines.
• Maintain current Licensure(s) and certification(s) required for the role.
• Read, write, speak, and understand English fluently.
• Be available to work as assigned or scheduled.

Nice To Haves

• One year of hospice, palliative, or home health experience.

Responsibilities

• Provides comprehensive nursing care across multiple roles within the agency.
• Ensures continuity and quality of care for hospice patients.
• Supports various functions, including but not limited to Hospice Direct Patient Care, Intake, Triage, Admission, and Case Management.

Benefits

• Vacation: Accrued each pay period based on your hours worked.
• Sick Leave: Accrued in accordance with Washington State Sick Leave Law.
• Wellness Days: After completion of the 90-day introductory period, employees may convert up to two (2) accrued sick days annually into wellness days.
• Paid Holidays: Ten (10) paid agency observed holidays per year, available upon hire.
• Bereavement Leave: Three (3) days for the loss of an immediate family member. Two (2) days for the loss of a household pet or service animal.
• Community Volunteer Day (Yay Day): One (1) paid day annually for volunteer service, granted each January.
• Health Insurance Benefits (Effective the first of the month following date of hire): Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• Employer Paid-Benefits: Basic Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance (1x annual salary), Long Term Disability, Short Term Disability.
• Voluntary Benefits: Supplemental Life Insurance, AD&D (Additional coverage), and Pet Insurance.
• Voluntary Financial Protection Benefits: Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness, and Accident Insurance.
• Air Ambulance: Discounted rate for Life Flight.
• Retirement 401(K) Plan: Employees may contribute upon hire; employer matching of up to 5% begins the following January or June depending on Hire date after 1 year of employment.
• Mileage Reimbursement: $0.72 per mile, for eligible positions. (Subject to change based on IRS rates)
• Premium Pay: Bilingual (Spanish) pay premium (subject to proficiency verification through ALTA language services)
• Certifications: Certification-based premium pay, as applicable and approved.
• Tuition Assistance: Up to $5,250 annually after one (1) year of employment.
• Professional Development: Access to continuing education through platforms such as Relias Learning and CAPC.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed